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    In legal filing, Daniel Snyder seeks to connect Bruce Allen to defamation effort

    The Washington Football Team owner, who fired Bruce Allen as president 16 months ago, files a discovery motion that seeks to connect Allen as a source of defamatory articles.

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    Ryan Fitzpatrick, Washington’s temporary QB fix, has mastered the art of being an NFL nomad

    Ryan Fitzpatrick’s eight-team NFL career has prepared him to be Washington’s temporary fix at the quarterback position.

    • Les Carpenter
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    As NFL draft approaches, Washington’s need at linebacker sharpens into focus

    Washington lacks a linebacker with coverage skills like Kevin Pierre-Louis, who departed in free agency. There are several draft prospects who could fill the role.

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    Washington signs Chilean tight end Sammis Reyes, a former college basketball player

    The 25-year-old prospect has never played organized football, but he impressed Washington executive Marty Hurney at a recent pro day workout.

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    Four big decisions facing the Washington Football Team ahead of the NFL draft

    Among the position groups Washington needs to consider addressing is quarterback, where it still doesn't have a long-term answer.

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    Ron Rivera says Ryan Fitzpatrick will face competition, doesn’t rule out drafting a QB

    Washington Coach Ron Rivera said Thursday that the recently signed Fitzpatrick will enter training camp as the team's starting quarterback, but he'll have to compete with others to keep the job.

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    How new cornerback William Jackson III fits into Washington’s defense

    The former Bengals cornerback joins a talented defense led by coordinator Jack Del Rio.

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    Washington bolsters secondary by signing cornerback Darryl Roberts

    The 30-year-old defensive back has lined up at multiple positions in the secondary throughout his career.

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    How new wide receiver Curtis Samuel fits into Washington’s offense

    The 24-year-old Samuel brings lots of versatility to Scott Turner's offense, with the ability to line up as an outside receiver, in the slot or in the backfield.

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    Washington Football team signs wide receiver Adam Humphries to one-year deal

    Washington's overhauled offense now has its slot receiver in six-year veteran Adam Humphries.

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    Washington’s free agency haul gives the team options heading into the draft

    Washington won't have any glaring positional needs entering the draft, but selecting a quarterback as its long-term answer remains a possibility.

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    William Jackson III, even without his pet pig, vows to bring swagger to Washington’s defense

    The 28-year-old cornerback is expected to play an important role for Washington's defense this season.

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    Washington again is winning free agency, but this time it’s doing so the right way

    In the past, Washington has won free agency by adding big-name veterans. But in signing Ryan Fitzpatrick, William Jackson III and Curtis Samuel, the team is building its roster in a smart way.

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    New Washington QB Ryan Fitzpatrick, no stranger to first days, is eager for latest chance

    Ryan Fitzpatrick, on the day he signed with his ninth NFL team, said he is excited for the opportunity to earn the starting quarterback job in Washington.

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    Washington Football Team signs versatile, speedy wide receiver Curtis Samuel

    The 24-year-old wide receiver is coming off the best year of his career with the Carolina Panthers and will reunite with an offensive staff he knows well.

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    Washington brings back Lamar Miller and David Sharpe; Nick Sundberg to leave

    Miller figures to compete for a reserve running back spot, while Sharpe provides depth at right tackle. Sundberg will leave the team after several years as the team’s long snapper.

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    Cornerback William Jackson III agrees to three-year deal with Washington

    The deal is worth $42 million and includes $26 million in guarantees.

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    Ryan Fitzpatrick is Washington’s new life preserver, but the franchise is still treading water

    When will Washington find its franchise QB? With Ryan Fitzpatrick, the answer is “not yet.”

    • Barry Svrluga
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    Quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick agrees to sign with the Washington Football Team

    The deal with the veteran quarterback reportedly is for one year and is worth up to $12 million with incentives.

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    Cornerback Ronald Darby, linebacker Kevin Pierre-Louis depart Washington in free agency

    The six-year veteran, who was perhaps Washington's most consistent cornerback last season, agreed to a three-year, $30 million contract with the Broncos.

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